Magnesium Stearate, also known as Magnesium Distearate, Magnesium Octadecenoate, and Octadecanoic Acid-Magnesium Salt, possesses the chemical formula C36H70MgO4 or Mg(C18H35O2)2. It appears as a fine, bulky, white odorless powder and is practically insoluble in water, ethanol.
A USP/FCC Grade chemical is the one that conforms to the criteria of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC). A substance that meets the USP/FCC Grade specifications can be used in food applications. In the United States of America (USA), Lab Alley is selling its high-quality Magnesium Stearate, USP/FCC Grade online at laballey.com.
- Flow Agent in Powdered Products
- Stabilizer in Food Products
- Emulsifier in Cosmetics
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Food & Beverage
- Chemical Industry
Product Information
| CAS | 557-04-0 |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Magnesium octadecanoate, Magnesium distearate, Dibasic magnesium stearate, Octadecanoic acid-magnesium salt |
| PubChem ID | 11177 |
| Grade | USP/FCC Grade |
| Molecular formula | Mg(C18H35O2)2 |
| Molecular weight | 591.2 g/mol |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Chemical name | Magnesium stearate |
